BOREAL Arwa mountaineering boots

Arwa is an alpine mountaineering boot made with the very best modern materials and a fit honed by extensive testing with a team of leading alpinists. The result is a precise, warm, comfortable and lightweight mountain boot which will take you faster and further. A perfect choice for ice/mixed climbing and general alpinism. Features: - The upper is constructed from lightweight synthetic Putek mesh with a PVC overlay for added lateral support and protection. Arwa has a full Thinsulate™ lining which even extends under the foot to prevent any cold spots. - Our unique Dry-Line® waterproof breathable lining guarantees to keep your feet dry and has superior water vapour transmission performance. - The innovative Bi-Flex system allows the ankle to move freely, greatly enhancing walking comfort and freedom of movement when climbing. The intergated elasticated ankle cuff keeps the snow out and the laces neatly tucked away. Specifications: - Uppers: Highly abrasion resistantant, waterproof and reinforced Putek mesh. PVC overlay for added lateral support. Bi-Flex system and HFS padded heel system for a perfect fit. PVC rand for protection. Integrated gaiter - Sole: Vibram New Mulaz outsole with dual density, shock absorbing PU and EVA under the heel for comfort. TPU front and heel piece for automatic crampons. Stabilizer TPU piece in metatarsal zone - Lining: Boreal Dry-Line® for absolute waterproofness and superior breathability. Full internal single layer Thinsulate® lining for thermal protection Usage: Very cold conditions. Alpine climbing. Technical ice and mixed climbing - Midsole: Boreal PBG-650 with lateral reinforcements for torsion control. Unique triple layer Thinsulate® thermal protection - Weight: 1480 gr. pair Technology: Heel Fit System: - The Heel Fit System (HFS) consists of anatomically sculpted pieces of foam padding which hold the heel comfortably and securely in place to avoid unwanted movement. - Trekking boots require a snug fit around the heel area to prevent unwanted movement which can lead to excessive friction and blisters. HFS is a system of anatomically shaped high quality foam padding which helps to comfortably hold the heel securely whilst accommodating different heel shapes. XTP Footbed: - The Extreme Thermal Protection footbed has superior thermal insulation performance to help protect against extreme cold. XTP is used on our Mountaineering and Expedition boots. - The XTP (extreme thermal protection) is a special footbed with superior thermal insulation. The XTP footbed is made from a combination of a highly isolative felt material and a memory foam layer for superb underfoot comfort. XTP can be found in our Expedition and Mountaineering boots where it helps to protect against extreme cold.